4 Sun 21 Steps - Japanese Puzzle Box

These things are my go-to packaging when I need to give a gift of cash, but I want something more classy than a card, and maybe, just maybe, want to enjoy the schadenfreude that comes with watching them try to figure it out. This one could fit something a little smaller than a deck of cards, so a gift card or cash work well. The puzzle aspect isn't ~too~ tricky, once you've encountered this type before, and after solving it once, it's trivial to open or close it again. You're not going to fool anyone for very long after they figure out the first thing that needs to move. It's well designed though, and feels pretty sturdy despite the 'puzzle' aspects of it being basically attached to a thin veneer. Of course, it also looks good, and makes for a unique gift box. I'm sure I'll be getting more in the future.

I purchased this box as a gift for my fiance, who is an engineer and puzzle enthusiast. The box came with instructions which allowed me, someone who is not an engineer or puzzle enthusiast, to open the box, though it took me about an hour. Again, that was using the instructions. There are twenty-one steps in all. I'm sure this will be challenging enough for my fiance, who will not want to use the instructions at first. I'm very impressed with the quality and design of the box. It is well made, the wood is smooth, and the design is aesthetically pleasing.

Purchased this as part of a graduation gift, to put a special pendant that was contained in a leather pouch inside. Was the perfect fit for my needs. We had a lot of fun opening and closing the box multiple times. I am glad I got the 21 step box as halfway through there is a trick that throws you for a loop - would have NEVER figured it out without the instructions (which we took multiple pictures of and made a copy before handing over to the grad ;-). The opening could have fit a gift card too (snug fit, but definitely fits). The workmanship was really nice, and only 1 place was kind of hard to get through (step 8), but not enough to be a problem. Would definitely order again. Wanted ones for us after this.

Bought it as a gift for myself because these boxes can get expansive. Great design; took 20 minutes and a few seconds total to solve throughout the day w/out using the instructions. Glad that I didn't try to use the instructions, because they looked kinda difficult for me to understand. Other than that; was a good level of difficulty when compared to a 5 step puzzle I bought when I first started out. After solving it, it made me want to get another and more difficult box. Farther leading into my addiction. But in a good way. At least, hopefully for my wallet's sake. Only warning I would give is for people not to try and bend the arms that slide out. As it seemed to possibly brake easily. So I wouldn't recommend to small children.

I got this as a Xmas present for a friend who likes escape rooms and puzzles and it was perfect for him. I put a metal Hanayama puzzle in the box after learning the box solution so that when he moved the box you could hear and feel something moving inside as a red herring. It is extremely hard to see the seams in this box and at 21 steps, it is not easily solved. I had bought a different type of puzzle box several months earlier which he solved in 15 minutes. This one stumped him and he asked for a little help. Eventually he got there but it took about 45 minutes. The box is all inlaid wood and is very pretty. Highly recommend this product!

I had a puzzle box many years ago only it was at least twice the size of this one. I knew this box was small because I measured it on a piece of paper before I ordered this little box. I've always enjoyed doing puzzles and this little box is a lot of fun. I put some money in the box and now I will let family members try opening it. Of course, they keep the keep the money, if they open it. This wooden puzzle box is very sturdy and looks very nice on a desk or shelf. The directions weren't confusing for me because I had a puzzle box before. However, I can see where someone might be a little confused at first. Once you figure the first few steps out, it will be a little bit easier to solve. The only problem I had with this box is I couldn't open the bottom panel. Instead of returning the box, I used a flashlight to see what was wrong with the panel. I found a small piece of wood was blocking the panel from opening, so I used a knife to push the wood up against the lid and it corrected the problem. I'm now able to open that panel without any problems.

Very well made. Just dont be too rough with it. It needs goosfraba

I was in Japan last summer and bought a simpler version of one of these as a gift. There is no need to visit Japan, shower, as you can pick this up through Amazon. This one is a bit tricky to solve, but my son did it! These puzzle boxes make terrific gifts as they are quite beautiful.

The box is so well made. Delivery is on time.

Als Geschenk für Knobelfreunde.

The build quality feels really good even after having opened it 20+ times. It's fun to solve and guests who come to visit enjoy the challenge, about half of them work it out.

I think it’s been a couple of years since I bought this and my dad still hasn’t managed to open it 🤣

Have been looking at puzzle boxes for a long, long time since I first saw one my friend purchased years ago and became obsessed. Finally decided to go for it and press buy on a few ones I had been waiting to reduce in price enough and waited. When this arrived, I was amazed at how beautiful it looked. the wood was so smooth and flush, and yet at the same time the intricate patterns and shapes almost looked like their own individual pieces. It was so light, and as i held it in my hands with no idea where to start. This is SO MUCH BETTER than my friends! I put it down for later, but within the next few hours I received another delivery. for the ACTUAL boxes I was expecting... when I looked at my orders realized this was but in the cart by mistake, and was well out of my price range, so it had to be returned. But for anyone who collects or enjoys these, and can afford the price for a quality well made box, and is wondering if this is worth the asking price? It is! if I could afford it, I would be happy with what I received, but unfortunately i'm stuck having to force myself to send it back. maybe one day I can treat myself to it, but not today:(